{"product_id":"merc-1008","title":"Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Nut 8M0214936","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Nut – 8M0214936\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8M0214936\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mercury Marine \/ Quicksilver (OEM)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nut\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiagram Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position 2 (qty 2 per assembly)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Mercury Marine OEM nut used in selected Mercury and MerCruiser control and shift-cable assemblies. Mercury parts diagrams identify this fastener at diagram position 2, with two units required per assembly alongside the shift-cable hardware, guide, sealing washer, and related control components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelected Mercury Marine and MerCruiser control \/ shift-cable assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplications referencing diagram position 2 in Mercury shift-cable hardware breakdowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExact fitment must be confirmed against the correct model and serial-number parts diagram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSystem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl \/ Shift-Cable Assembly — secures cable and guide hardware at the assembly interface. Two nuts are required per assembly. Refer to the applicable Mercury parts diagram for exact position and torque specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNut is stripped, corroded, or damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNut no longer torques to specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAny time the associated shift-cable or control assembly is disassembled for service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eService Interval\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect at every shift-cable or control-assembly service. Replace if threads are compromised or if the nut shows corrosion. Best practice is to replace both nuts as a pair whenever the assembly is opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo nuts required per assembly — always replace as a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean threads on mating hardware before installing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTorque to specification per the applicable Mercury service manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfirm position against the Mercury parts diagram for your specific model and serial number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/11167582093348\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Sealing Washer 8M0214950\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8131444801572\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Shift Cable Assembly 8M0176523\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8131444834340\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Alpha Shift Cable Kit 8M0176525\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8131414294564\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Shift Cable Bellows Assembly 74639A2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/8131404103716\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Shifting Cable 38399A2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many nuts do I need per assembly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Two. Mercury parts diagrams specify qty 2 at diagram position 2. Always order and replace as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this the correct nut for my shift-cable assembly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Confirm by locating part number 8M0214936 at position 2 in the official Mercury parts diagram for your specific model and serial number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Should I replace these nuts during a cable service?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Yes — replacing these low-cost fasteners any time the assembly is disassembled ensures proper torque retention and guards against thread wear or corrosion that can develop over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGenuine Mercury Marine \/ Quicksilver OEM part. Confirm fitment by part number and diagram position.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest use case:\u003c\/strong\u003e This nut is the correct choice when completing a shift-cable or control-cable assembly service where part number 8M0214936 appears at diagram position 2. Because two are required per assembly, this is a pair-replacement item — order two whenever servicing the assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost common mistake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordering only one nut. Mercury specifies qty 2 per assembly at this diagram position. Ordering a single unit means returning for a second, which adds unnecessary delay to the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm part number 8M0214936 appears at position 2 in the Mercury parts diagram for your specific model and serial number before ordering. Do not substitute by thread size or appearance — hardware in marine environments is material- and finish-specific for corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51324694626340,"sku":"8M0214936","price":7.94,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/images_b9ff8486-7aa2-4528-a732-3ea23320f54b.png?v=1788560390","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-1008","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}